Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service) - Stevens Point, WI

$60,000 - $120,000/Yr

Target - Stevens Point, WI

Full-time - Entry Level

Stevens Point, WI

General Merchandise Retailers

About the position

The Specialty Sales Executive Team Leader at Target is responsible for driving total store sales and creating a guest-obsessed culture. This role involves managing a team of specialized consultants in departments such as Apparel & Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics, ensuring that the team delivers exceptional guest experiences while achieving sales goals. The position requires a blend of leadership, strategic planning, and operational management to optimize sales performance and team development.

Responsibilities

• Drive total store sales and understand the role in sales growth.
• Create a guest-obsessed culture and lead the team to prioritize guest experience.
• Create schedules and adjust as needed to align with guest traffic and business needs.
• Manage the team to effectively plan merchandising and pricing workload.
• Know and assess the competition to leverage guest insights and feedback.
• Work a flexible schedule that aligns with guest and business needs.
• Build a knowledgeable and passionate team in specialized departments.
• Manage and develop a sales force using selling training techniques.
• Lead backroom processes, organization, layout, and replenishment of the sales floor.
• Ensure fitting rooms are welcoming and used as an extension of the sales floor.
• Plan, lead, and follow-up on organizational and operational changes.
• Anticipate staffing needs and recruit talent for both short and long term.
• Develop and coach team members to elevate their skills and expertise.
• Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
• Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.

Requirements

• 4 year degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen.
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to manage conflict and hold others accountable.
• Ability to relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization.
• Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis and decision making.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in retail management or leadership roles.
• Knowledge of retail business fundamentals including sales trends and inventory management.
• Experience in recruiting and talent management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee discount program.
• Short term and long term disability insurance.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.